Appalachian Trail map

[pzdude]

Not sure how much I want to share. I have never posted about a hunt before. But hey we can talk about what I can see and may have missed giving away where I have a hunch or two as to where it is. 
Anyone game? 
I'll start, seeing what you know to be part of a word is frustrating. like next to the dog, is that a "L" or over the circle simple say look?

[Jenny]

Nov 24, 2024 20:15:06 GMT -5 pzdude said:

Not sure how much I want to share. I have never posted about a hunt before. But hey we can talk about what I can see and may have missed giving away where I have a hunch or two as to where it is. 
Anyone game? 
I'll start, seeing what you know to be part of a word is frustrating. like next to the dog, is that a "L" or over the circle simple say look?

It is believed to be 'GO FETCH' by the dog,

and

then 'LOOK AROUND' around the circle/magnifying glass

[pzdude]

I see the look as plain as day, but not the around, but could be "go fetch" or it could be cursive L ? p? and I swear I see a 6 and unidentified numbers. I tried to highlight the pixils and I am been looking at it to long. I don't know, there are readable numbers so I am over thinking? 
What is crazy I bought this book and I have only studied this one page. It is most likly the closest to me from Ohio, but this one has got me hooked. 

[crazydiamond]

Things on the map

Bare feet
skier
mountain lion or bobcat
butterfly
some breed of dog: maybe a hunting dog considering the "go fetch"
tree under a magnifying glass : with "look around"
possibly a fish or rooster : this one i'm unsure of
Circle with bald guy in the center : possibly referencing a mountain bald or trail
a feather of some sort
basket of apples or other type of orchard fruit
then a banana or something
Scroll or rolled up map
spear
bear near rocks/stones
the ending arrow or triangle has  1727 NE with an X by it
top right corner with the book situated to read has some rock stairs or something
Possible gold nugget near the butterfly
Arrow or triangle that says "begin here"
Facing the book in the reading position, if you turn it counter clockwise there is an A T under the bald guy
I am sure the compass on the map is a clue somehow to orient the map correctly to north or magnetic north

 I am starting to share all info and insights I have because I am unable to go boots on the ground. I want to post videos but do not have equipment for that and ignorant in the tech world. Let me know what how and where to share info if you guys think of something. I am in multiple groups and video comments sections, although I have different handles in each, so I will start all by That Marty Guy  here. Good Luck Y'all

[pzdude]

some good observations, so in turn here is some of mine. I agree with some of it, but others ehh . Thank you


Bare Feet: Confirmed symbol, likely stamped in ink.

Skier: Matches the skiing site symbol

Mountain Lion or Bobcat: The cougar is sitting in front of mountains,

Butterfly: Nature symbol; could be tied to a butterfly reserve or similar landmark.

Dog: Likely a hunting dog, with a possible connection to "go fetch" or a nearby feature.

Tree: Possibly an apple tree with a face, connected to the apple bucket.

Magnifying Glass with ‘Look Around’: Not explicitly noted, but aligns with the tree symbol for exploration.

Fish or Rooster: Did not see this; might need further investigation.

Circle with Bald Guy: Believed to be a child’s stamp, potentially used for measurement or alignment.

Feather: Represents a bird or related landmark.

Apple Bucket: Tied to apple orchards or fruit-picking regions.

Arm Pointing: Previously interpreted as a banana but now seen as an arm pointing in a direction.

Scroll or Rolled-Up Map: New observation; could represent the map itself or a story-related element.

Spear: New observation; a weapon or directional symbol, needs further context.

Bear: Positioned near rocks; rocks seem to form a border or alignment feature.

Ending Arrow or Triangle:

Gold Nugget (Near Butterfly): New observation, potential treasure-related detail. But I think it is a seed.

Compass Rose: Believed to align the map with true or magnetic north.

A and T Under Bald Guy (Rotated View): Folds or alignment might reveal letters or other features. I think it is a childs stamp or a seal

[pzdude]

Nov 25, 2024 6:21:15 GMT -5 crazydiamond said:

 I am starting to share all info and insights I have because I am unable to go boots on the ground. I want to post videos but do not have equipment for that and ignorant in the tech world. Let me know what how and where to share info if you guys think of something. I am in multiple groups and video comments sections, although I have different handles in each, so I will start all by That Marty Guy  here. Good Luck Y'all

 I am known as PZ Dude in Geocahing and in most adventure things i do. I try to use it as my handle in all things adventure. I told my wife If I figure it out before we go back to school (we are both teachers and we are on holiday break) I am going to be out the door, and you can eat the turkey without me.  But at last i get these "ah ha" moments, and then go and disprove my theory.